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Join Right Discovery and the DC Bar Litigation Steering Committee for a FREE CLE on Attorney-Client Privilege in Large Organizations—because keeping privilege intact is tougher than finding good queso outside of Texas.

CLE Course: Attorney-Client Privilege Within Large Organizations
Earn 1.0 CLE Credit Hours

This free CLE course tackles the complex issue of maintaining attorney-client privilege within large organizations. This course will delve into the critical legal nuances and challenges that arise when managing privilege in expansive corporate structures. It will cover foundational concepts from Upjohn Co. v. United States and examine the evolving role of privilege for employees in dual roles.

In this session, legal experts will discuss how certain internal practices and systems may inadvertently weaken privilege protections and offer strategies to address and mitigate common pitfalls. Topics include:

- Upjohn Co. v. United States: A landmark case that reshaped attorney-client privilege in organizational settings.

- Privilege for Employees with Dual Roles: Understanding how employees in dual roles can complicate privilege and how to navigate these complexities.

- Pitfalls that Erode Privilege: Identifying and avoiding common mistakes that can lead to loss of privilege, such as improper communication and inadequate documentation.

- Internal Systems and Privilege Retention: How your organization’s internal systems impact the effectiveness of privilege protections.

- Generative AI & Privilege: Exploring the implications of in-house AI systems and databases on maintaining attorney-client privilege.

Speakers:

Hon. John M. Facciola (Ret.), U.S. Magistrate Judge

Andrew M. Adelman, Partner at Correia & Puth, PLLC

Alicia Clausen, Litigation Associate at Crowell & Moring LLP

These thought leaders will provide real-world examples and practical insights, helping you better understand how to safeguard attorney-client privilege in a modern legal environment. This session is a must-attend for in-house counsel, outside attorneys, and compliance professionals handling large organizations.

Details:

Date: April 9, 2025

Time: 5:30 PM

Location: Crowell & Moring LLP, Washington, D.C.

Cost: Free to attend (Pre-registration required)

This course offers 1.0 general credit hours (MCLE). Please note that CLE credit is being obtained by Crowell & Moring LLP and not through the D.C. Bar CLE Program. This course is not eligible for D.C. Bar CLE passport use.

Pre-register today to secure your spot, and feel free to share this invitation with colleagues. D.C. Bar membership is not required to register, though non-members must create a profile to register.

Become a member of the D.C. Bar to access the best rates on registration and join relevant communities for additional learning opportunities. Membership is currently half-price, so sign up today for maximum benefits.

Program Partners:
Crowell & Moring LLP

Related Communities of Interest:

D.C. Bar Early Career Lawyers Community

D.C. Bar Law Practice Management Community

D.C. Bar Law Student Community

Register Now and Join Us for This Essential Legal Event!

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Topics: CLE, Privilege, Protection, Attorney-Client Privilege, DC Bar Association, DC Bar Litigation Steering Committee, Washington DC